ROSEMONT, Ill.  Vice presidential hopeful Paul Ryan told supporters in President Barack Obamas home state their contributions will help Republicans define the very clear choice for voters in the final weeks before Election Day.

Speaking at a fundraiser in suburban Chicago, Ryan said the president is trying to throw the kitchen sink at GOP presidential candidate Mitt Romney and muddle and confuse voters. He also accused Obama of distorting Romneys record and said the presidents campaign is outspending the GOP ticket on television advertising in some key states.

Ryan told attendees their support will give us the resources we need to make sure he doesnt get away with it.

Tickets to the event at the Hyatt Regency OHare ranged from $2,500 to $75,800 per person. The campaign said about 260 people attended.